Replacement Children The Unconscious Script - Hardcover

by Rita J. Battat (Author), Abigail Brenner (Author)

Who is a replacement child? Is it a family member, friend, or someone you know? Maybe it's you.

"This book will give parents, therapist, and replacement children a better understanding of how to navigate this complicated set of circumstances and provide much needed information, guidance and support."

Katie Couric, journalist and broadcaster

"This groundbreaking book makes this topic relatable not only for individuals experiencing themselves as replacement children but for anyone who is growing up in a family where it was hard to feel truly recognized and appreciated for who you are. It's a definite must read."

Dr. Robi Ludwig, psychotherapist and award-winning reporter

An eye-opening exploration of a topic that affects the lives of countless individuals and families.

The award-winning book, "REPLACEMENT CHILDREN: THE UNCONSCIOUS SCRIPT offers new understanding about a profound and under explored psychological condition. Dive into compelling, true life, personal stories of individuals, both present and historical, Princess Diana, Vincent van Gogh and Elvis Presley, among others...facing the challenges of growing up in the shadow of a lost or impaired sibling. This book delves into the similarities, thoughts, feelings, and repercussions of the replacement child role.

You will learn:

- The wide range of circumstances which set the stage for a child to become trapped in the replacement child experience

- Why children born or adopted after a loss are NOT Automatically replacement children

- How knowing about this condition can benefit you or someone you know personally

When properly understood, the psychological term, replacement child, can expose the often hidden root of emotional issues, help to explain coping strategies, and answer questions you never knew to ask. This book will provide adult replacement children, parents, families and therapist much needed information, guidance and support as they try to come to terms with who they are.